Theatre Costume
late 20th century (made)
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Black silk bow tie worn by Max Wall as Professor Wallofski
Object details
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| Brief description | Black silk bow tie worn by Max Wall as Professor Wallofski, made by Akco, late 20th century |
| Physical description | Black silk bow tie worn by Max Wall as Professor Wallofski |
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| Marks and inscriptions | 'Akco Regd / Silk 15 / Made in England [with trade mark]' (Trade label.) |
| Object history | Max Wall was a true eccentric, one of the most original performers of his generation. He suffered more than the usual reversals of public favour but came to be recognised as one of the few artists of the late twentieth century to preserve the true traditions of the Music Hall. He was also acknowledged as an accomplished actor. Wall's most famous character was Professor Wallofski, a lanky, long-haired professor of music whose grotesque movements owed much to Wall's training and early career as a dancer. The Theatre Museum purchased the Professor Wallofski costume and other stage costumes from Max Wall's daughter. Costumes devised and worn by Max Wall: S.919:1 to S.934-1997. |
| Collection | |
| Accession number | S.924-1997 |
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| Record created | October 7, 2010 |
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